deflationary spiral

American  

noun

1. spiral7

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Example Sentences

And the consequent widespread price plunges would cause a negative feedback loop — “It’s very hard to get out of a deflationary spiral,” Wolfers said.

From Salon

That threatens to become what some economists say could be a deflationary spiral as prices for housing and other goods fall, discouraging investment that would create jobs and spur a stronger recovery.

From Seattle Times

Deteriorating city finances prompted pay cuts for civil servants, feeding a deflationary spiral.

From Reuters

Yet it also underlines the scale of the challenge that Beijing faces in avoiding an outright deflationary spiral.

From Reuters

The lack of broad wage growth illustrates Japan's struggle to escape a deflationary spiral that has forced households and businesses to scrimp instead of spend.

From Reuters